International Advisory Board

The International Advisory Board (IAB) is a uniquely influential group of global business and policy leaders who provide perspectives to the Atlantic Council’s president and board. A further goal from its first annual meeting in 2007 has been to bring the group’s wisdom to Washington and to provide its members with access to leading US thinkers and policy makers.

The IAB is composed entirely of chairmen and chief executives of significant global companies and accomplished former policy makers of cabinet rank or above. Members serve three-year renewable terms. The group meets annually, usually in conjunction with the Atlantic Council’s Annual Awards Dinner in Washington, DC.

The Hon. Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.Chairman, Atlantic Council

Mr. Frederick KempePresident and CEO, Atlantic Council

Members have a demonstrated track record of support for the Euro-Atlantic relationship. Its makeup also reflects the rapidly changing nature of the transatlantic agenda as captured in the Council’s mission statement: “Renewing the Atlantic Community for 21st Century global challenges.”

The group or individual members may suggest specific directions or programs that serve that mission. The Atlantic Council also serves as a home for IAB members who wish to organize meetings in DC, New York, or elsewhere -- or turn to its staff or network for insights.

Advisory Board:

Mr. PhilippeAmon, Chairman and CEO, SICPA Holding SA

Mr. Tewodros Ashenafi, Founder, Chairman, and CEO, Southwest Holdings

P.M. Shaukat Aziz, Former Prime Minister of Pakistan

H.E. José María Aznar, Former Prime Minister of Spain

P.M. Carl Bildt, Former Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden

Dr. Faith Birol, Executive Director, International Energy Agency

Dr. Zbigniew K. Brzezinski, Former National Security Advisor to US President Jimmy Carter